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title: Employee Self Service (ESS) Overview
description: "HRSimplified’s **Employee Self Service (ESS)** module empowers employees to manage key HR activities like leave applications, expense claims, document management, performance reviews, and more. Below is a quick guide to help employees navigate the ESS features with ease. ![HRSimplified Employee…"
url: "https://hrsimplified.org/docs/employee-self-service-ess-overview/"
updated: "2024-10-10"
category: "Employee Self-Service (ESS)"
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# Employee Self Service (ESS) Overview

HRSimplified’s **Employee Self Service (ESS)** module empowers employees to manage key HR activities like leave applications, expense claims, document management, performance reviews, and more. Below is a quick guide to help employees navigate the ESS features with ease.

![HRSimplified Employee Self Service Dashboard](https://hrsimplified.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/image-8-1024x576.png)
HRSimplified Employee Self Service Dashboard

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### **Key Features in ESS:**

#### 1. **Leave Management**

Employees can apply for leave, view their leave balances, and track the status of requests.

- **How to apply for leave:**
  Go to **My Leave** under the **Dashboard**. Select **Apply for Leave**, choose the leave type, and submit.
  - For a detailed guide, [[click here](https://hrsimplified.org/docs/how-to-submit-a-leave-request/)].

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#### 2. **Expense Claims**

Submit expense claims, attach receipts, and track approval status.

- **How to submit an expense claim:**
  Navigate to **My Expenses**, click **Submit Claim**, fill in the details, and attach receipts.

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#### 3. **Document Management (My Documents)**

View, download, or upload important HR documents. Employees can also sign documents directly.

- **How to manage documents:**
  Go to **My Documents** in the **Dashboard** to upload or download files.
  - For detailed instructions, [[click here](https://hrsimplified.org/docs/how-to-manage-employee-documents/)].

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#### 4. **Performance Reviews**

Complete performance self-assessments and view manager feedback and peer reviews.

- **How to complete a self-assessment:**
  Go to **My Performance**, click on **Self Assessment**, and submit your review.
  - For a step-by-step guide, [[click here](https://hrsimplified.org/docs/how-to-start-and-complete-a-self-assessmen/)].

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#### 5. **Training & Development**

View assigned training, submit training requests, and upload certifications.

- **How to view training progress:**
  Navigate to **My Training**, where you can view ongoing and completed training programs.
  - For more details, [[click here](https://hrsimplified.org/docs/tracking-training-certificates/)].

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#### 6. **Time & Attendance**

Track your working hours, check in/out, and view timesheets.

- **How to check in/out:**
  Click **Check In** or **Check Out** from the **Dashboard**. All your time entries will be reflected in your **My Time Sheets** section.
  - More details, [[click here](https://hrsimplified.org/docs/checking-in-and-checking-out/)].

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#### 7. **Survey Participation**

Complete any assigned surveys and view your responses.

- **How to complete a survey:**
  Go to **My Surveys**, select the survey, and submit your answers.
  - More details, [[click here](https://hrsimplified.org/docs/completing-surveys-in-hrsimplified/)]

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#### 8. **HR Incident Reporting**

Log HR-related incidents, grievances, or concerns, and track the status.

- **How to submit a grievance or incident:**
  Navigate to **HR Incidents**, select **Report an Incident**, and fill in the required details.